Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Limerick travel guide

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You're Going to Love Limerick

With a population of 90,054, Limerick is the largest city in Limerick, Ireland by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Limerick has to offer.

Where to Eat in Limerick

If you’re looking for affordable options, ACES Limerick (Unit 7B Castletroy Park Retail Park) and Cornstore - Limerick (19 Thomas Street) are great picks.

When to visit Limerick

Limerick in October
Estimated hotel price
$135
1 night at 3-star hotel
Limerick in October
Estimated hotel price
$135
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Limerick

Plane

When flying to Limerick, you’ll arrive at Shannon Airport (SNN), which is located 12 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Limerick from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 5h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Limerick is to pick up a car rental from Dublin, which is about 109 miles from Limerick. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Dollar, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Limerick Childers Road Retail, Stop 607571, located 1.2 miles from downtown Limerick. Limerick Mulgrave St. (St. Josephs Hosp) is also a commonly used station, and is 0.6 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Limerick, you’ll arrive at Shannon Airport (SNN), which is located 12 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Limerick from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 5h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Limerick is to pick up a car rental from Dublin, which is about 109 miles from Limerick. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Dollar, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Limerick Childers Road Retail, Stop 607571, located 1.2 miles from downtown Limerick. Limerick Mulgrave St. (St. Josephs Hosp) is also a commonly used station, and is 0.6 miles from the city center.

Airports near Limerick

SNNShannon
NOCKnock Intl
ORKCork

Airlines serving Limerick

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,363 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,957 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,924 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,145 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,157 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,914 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,275 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (281 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,093 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,025 reviews)
SunExpress
Good (165 reviews)
Edelweiss Air
Good (31 reviews)
Discover Airlines
Good (25 reviews)
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Where to stay in Limerick

From 5-star hotels such as the the Savoy Hotel to great affordable options like the Great National South Court Hotel, Limerick offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $199 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $217 and up for a 5-star experience.

Most popular hotel in Limerick by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Limerick

Most booked hotels in Limerick

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Absolute Hotel Limerick
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2279 reviews)
$167+
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Limerick Strand Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2316 reviews)
$153+
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Shannon Springs Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1662 reviews)
$192+
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Treacys Oakwood Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1619 reviews)
$157+
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The Dunraven, Adare
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 935 reviews)
$210+
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George Limerick Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 3167 reviews)
$148+
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Renting a car in Limerick

Renting a car in Limerick costs $15 per day, on average, or $59 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 120% cheaper than airport locations in Limerick.

Expect to pay $7.57 per gallon in Limerick (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $90.85 and $121.13. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Limerick, while also 71% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Limerick costs $15 per day, on average, or $59 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 120% cheaper than airport locations in Limerick.

Expect to pay $7.57 per gallon in Limerick (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $90.85 and $121.13. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Limerick, while also 71% cheaper than other types, on average.

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